6 Crockpot Freezer Meals

Today we’re sharing 6 Crockpot Freezer Meals complete with a shopping list and everything you need to know about prepping and cooking these healthy freezer meals. All 6 of these chicken freezer meals are perfect for the expecting mom, a sick friend/family member, or for an easy meal prep dinner throughout the week.

Hello, we’re so glad you are here! In this post, we’re going to teach you how to prep, freeze and cook 6 different crockpot freezer meals that are all HEALTHY and super simple to make. If you’d like to skip the prepping and freezing part and get cooking immediately with one of these amazing crockpot chicken recipes, here are all 6 original recipes:

6 Crockpot Chicken Recipes

I thought I would give you some background on why we decided to post 6 slow cooker chicken recipes and then teach you how to turn them all into freezer meals.

More about these Crockpot Chicken Recipes

There’s this little thing called life that sometimes gets a little overwhelming at times. Maybe you’re in college, or pregnant, or sick, etc. OR just don’t have a ton of time to make sure you have a healthy meal for you and your family. Well, that’s where these crockpot freezer meals come into play.

Each recipe serves between 6-8 people.

They can be prepped ahead of time.

There is little to no effort needed after thawing.

They will last in the freezer for up to 3 months.

Few ingredients are needed for cooking in addition to the freezer meal itself.

How to Prep, Freeze, Thaw and Cook

There are four parts to each of these crockpot freezer meals: 1. prep 2. freeze 3. thaw and 4. cook. The goal in prepping these meals ahead of time is to make dinner as easy as possible when you’re ready to cook. So, that means getting as many of the ingredients as possible that each recipe calls for into the freezer bag so that you don’t have to add very many (if any) ingredients to the crockpot once it’s time to cook!

Prep: I like to start off by writing the name and date of the recipe onto the freezer-safe ziploc bag with a sharpie. This will prevent you from forgetting what’s inside and when it was made! The great thing about all of these recipes is that the ingredients that go into the bags are all raw, making it super simple to prepare.

Freeze: Once you’ve got all of the ingredients into the freezer bag, it’s time to remove as much air out of the bag as possible. This part is key because if any air gets trapped in the bag, you risk freezer burn. So, just carefully push out as much air as you can before sealing tightly.

Thaw: Because you are planning to use your slow cooker to cook these crockpot chicken meals, you’ll want to thaw what’s in the bag completely. This will avoid any kind of food-borne bacteria from the poultry. Thawing options include:

Thawing in the fridge overnight.

Thawing on the countertop for a few hours.

Thawing in the microwave on the defrost setting.

Cook: Once thawed, you can pour the contents of the bag into your slow cooker and add any remaining ingredients. In each recipe we give two different cooking options – low for 6-8 hours, or high for 3-4 hours. When cooking chicken in the slow cooker, we always suggest cooking slower and lower to get a more tender chicken!

Crockpot Freezer Meal FAQ

Can I cook these meals in the crockpot from their frozen state?

We recommend fully thawing your freezer meal before cooking in the crockpot. You want to make sure you avoid any kind of food-borne illness, and if you stick the frozen meal into the crockpot you risk that!

Can I make these meals in the Instant Pot?

We knew you were going to ask this! We’re confident you can cook most of these in the Instant Pot, however, we haven’t tested this method. If you try it, tell us what you did in the comments!

What is best for crockpot recipes, cooking on low or high?

For chicken slow cooker recipes, we always suggest using the low function on your crockpot. The longer and slower it cooks, the more tender your chicken will be!

How long will these freezer meals last in the freezer?

If frozen properly, these meals will last in the freezer for up to 3 months. We suggest writing the name of the recipe and the date on your freezer-safe plastic bag so that you remember when it was made.

Can I freeze the cooked recipe?

While we haven’t tested that, we’re confident that you can freeze both soups and the enchilada casserole. Make sure that you let them cool completely before freezing.

How long after the meal is thawed do I have to cook it?

We recommend cooking the thawed meal within 24-48 hours! Once it has been thawed, do not re-freeze.

Printable Grocery Lists

Like we mentioned above, these 6 recipes are such a fantastic gift for new moms or sick loved ones OR to just have on hand at all times. We created a printable grocery list and directions of each recipe as well as a master grocery list in case you want to make all 6 at the same time, which we highly recommend doing. You’ll only need about $100 worth of groceries for 6 meals and each meal serves 6-8 people. Guys, that’s like $2.77/serving right here! Crazy, I know!

So? Download all 6 recipes and the master grocery list all in one or scroll down to download each individual recipe and directions. If you are gifting these freezer meals, you can easily print out the cooking directions and attach them to the freezer bag.

Chicken Cacciatore Slow Cooker Recipe

Start your week off right and meal prep this Chicken Cacciatore Slow Cooker Recipe! It has all of the traditional and savory flavors of Chicken Cacciatore, but it’s ready in no time with very few steps! It’s the perfect freezer slow cooker recipe to make during any time of year. Eat it alone or over your favorite pasta.

Pour sauce on top and then remove as much air from the bag as possible and seal tightly.

Freeze for up to 3 months.

Cooking Ingredients & Directions

Ingredients

6 sprigs fresh thyme

6 sprigs fresh rosemary

Optional: 8 oz. of your favorite pasta

Directions

Thaw freezer bag in the fridge overnight.

Once thawed, place contents of the bag in slow cooker and mix.

Then, create a fresh herb bundle by tying 6 sprigs of rosemary and 6 sprigs of thyme together with bakers twine. Set on top of other ingredients in slow cooker. Option to skip this step and add 1 more tablespoon of Italian seasoning.

Cover slow cooker and cook on high for 3-4 hours or on low for 6-8.

Once the chicken is fully cooked, remove and shred. Then, add chicken back in and mix.

Serve over your favorite pasta or eat as is. Top with a little balsamic vinegar and parmesan cheese.

Slow Cooker Chicken Tikka Masala

This Healthy Slow Cooker Chicken Tikka Masala is savory, hearty and made completely in the slow cooker. Prep a batch and you’ll have dinner in no time, or meal prep and freeze for the perfect freezer meal at a later date.

Freezer Bag Ingredients & Directions

Ingredients

1.5 lbs. boneless skinless chicken breast

2 large red potatoes, chopped into 1-inch chunks

1 medium yellow onion, chopped

1 15-oz. can full-fat coconut milk

1 15-oz. can tomato sauce

2 tablespoons garam masala

1 teaspoon ground cumin

1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric

1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

1/8 teaspoon ground ginger

1/8 teaspoon salt

Directions

First, create the sauce by mixing together coconut milk, tomato sauce, and all spices.

Then, place chopped potatoes, onion, and full chicken breasts into a freezer safe gallon-sized bag and pour sauce on top.

Remove as much air from the bag as possible and seal tightly.

Freeze for up to 3 months.

Cooking Directions

Thaw freezer bag in the fridge overnight.

Once thawed, place contents of the bag in slow cooker and stir.

Cook on high for 3-4 hours or on low for 6-8.

Once the chicken is fully cooked, remove and chunk. Then, add chicken back in and mix.

Slow Cooker Chicken Enchilada Casserole

This Slow Cooker Chicken Enchilada Casserole will change your life! Throw everything in your slow cooker and in only 2 hours dinner is served. Not only is this recipe delicious the day you make it, but it can be frozen for later! Follow the steps below in how to prep, freeze, and then cook this delicious Slow Cooker Enchilada Casserole!

Freezer Bag Ingredients & Directions

Ingredients

1.5 lbs. boneless, skinless chicken breast

1 15-oz. can pinto beans, strained and rinsed

2 cups minute brown rice

1 large green pepper, chopped

1 large yellow pepper, chopped

1/2 large yellow onion, chopped

1 tablespoon minced garlic

3 cups enchilada sauce

1/2 tablespoon Frank’s hot sauce (or apple cider vinegar)

salt, to taste

Directions

Place all ingredients for the Slow Cooker Chicken Enchilada Casserole into a freezer safe gallon-sized bag and mix.

Remove as much air from the bag as possible and seal tightly.

Freeze for up to 3 months.

Cooking Ingredients & Directions

Ingredients

1 cup water

Directions

Thaw freezer bag in the fridge overnight.

Once thawed, place contents of the bag in slow cooker and add 1 cup of water. Stir.

Cover slow cooker and cook on high for 3-4 hours or on low for 6-8.

Once the chicken is fully cooked, remove and chunk. Then, add chicken back in and mix.

Serve with Greek yogurt, avocado, cheese, or any topping of your choice!

Slow Cooker Chicken Noodle Soup

Need a hot soup that warms the soul and is the perfect remedy when under the weather? Make our Slow Cooker Chicken Noodle Soup. Made with carrots, celery, onion, chicken breast, and wholesome spices, this chicken noodle soup crock pot recipe is perfect for any palate. It also doubles as a healthy freezer meal that only takes 20 minutes to prep and freeze for later!

Freezer Bag Ingredients & Directions

Ingredients

4 medium carrots, finely diced (1.5 cups)

4 large celery stalks, finely diced (1 cup)

3 cloves garlic, minced (2 heaping tablespoons)

1/2 medium yellow onion, finely diced

1.5 lbs. boneless, skinless chicken breast

2 tablespoons Italian seasoning

1/4 teaspoon salt

Directions

Place chopped carrots, celery, garlic, onion, and chicken breast into a freezer safe gallon-sized bag. Sprinkle on Italian seasoning and salt and make sure all ingredients are covered.

Remove as much air from the bag as possible and seal tightly.

Freeze for up to 3 months.

Cooking Ingredients & Directions

Ingredients

6 sprigs of thyme

6 sprigs of rosemary

1 tablespoon Frank’s hot sauce (or white vinegar)

8 cups chicken broth

3 cups egg noodles

Directions

Thaw freezer bag in the fridge overnight.

Once thawed, place contents of the bag in slow cooker and stir. Then, pour in chicken broth and Frank’s hot sauce and mix.

Create an herb bundle by tying together fresh rosemary and thyme with baker’s twine. Place on top of soup in slow cooker.

Cover and cook on high for 3-4 hours or on low for 6-8 hours.

Once the chicken is fully cooked, remove from slow cooker and dice. Then, place back in to the slow cooker.

Add 3 cups of egg noodles to slow cooker and stir. Cover and let cook for an additional 10 minutes or until noodles are fully cooked.

Crock Pot Chicken Pot Pie Soup

Crock Pot Chicken Pot Pie Soup that packs all the creaminess you love from a traditional chicken pot pie without all those fillers. This chicken pot pie soup recipe is packed with veggies and made creamy with a homemade healthy roux. We’ll teach you how to prep, freeze, and make this soup with just a few ingredients.

Crock Pot Honey Garlic Chicken

Our Crock Pot Honey Garlic Chicken is perfect for any weeknight meal, is kid-friendly, and made with only 5 ingredients! So? Make your grocery list, head to the store, and cook up this amazing slow cooker honey garlic chicken. PS: it doubles as a delicious freezer chicken meal that you can make any time of year!